How to Make a Phone Call to England From the USA

Calling England doesn't have to be a hassle.

Keeping in touch has never been easier. With the Internet and other options, not many people pick up the phone to make calls to long-distance friends and family anymore. Sometimes, though, you just need to hear someone's voice. Calling long distance to England from the USA does not have to be expensive, either. Using an international plan will only cost you a few pennies a minute.

Instructions

1. Check the time in England before you call; England is five hours ahead of the east coast of the United States. If the person is not expecting your call, ensure that you are not calling in the middle of the night.

2. Check the cost to call to England. Find out how much your current phone provider charges for an international calling plan. You can also search for rates online; companies exist specifically for international calling. As of 2010, rates can be as low as $0.02.

3. Pick up the phone and dial "011." This is the code to dial outside of the United States.

4. Dial "44." This is the United Kingdom country code needed to reach the country.

5. Dial the area code and phone number of the person you are trying to reach. Area codes can be two to five digits and phone numbers can range from four to eight digits. Most of the time the area code and phone number will equal 10 digits.

Tips & Warnings

• If you are calling to a cell phone in England, omit the "0" from the United Kingdom cell phone area code.

References

• Slow Travel: Phoning To, From and Within the United Kingdom